There is definitely a big variation between a good resume, a not so good resume and those which defy classification. However, good resumes don’t necessarily benefit from any one specific writing method. In other words, what works best for one resume might not necessarily work best for another. Of course, there are some techniques which work equally well across almost all resumes. Here’s some

Personalisation – it explains who you are, what your key competencies are, and what you’re looking for.

Concise and well formatted – utilisation of white space and modern, easy to read fonts

Utilisation ofkey phrases and consistency of meaning

Quantification of achievements – it doesn’t make general claims but rather explains achievements in actual terms

…and ABOVE ALL – It’s interesting! Lets face it no one wants to view anything that’s boring – it’s almost certainly not going to make the ‘IN’ tray

However, at Foot in the Door Professional Resumes, we also understand that there can be very different writing techniques which are suitable for one industry, but not necessarily another.

Considerations

Your resume and cover letter are your tools to make an impact on a potential employer and secure an interview. There are many services on the market which claim to offer quality resumes and cover letters, each with a different opinion on style and content.

At Foot in the Door Professional Resumes, we believe that writing a quality resume and cover letter begins with face to face consultation which guarantees a truly representative and targeted summary of your skills and experiences – one that will that will convince the employer of your capabilities. The goal is to make your statement so convincing that the reader cannot wait to meet you.

A Foot in the Door Resume Checklist

No spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors

Makes clear, concise, and positive impression in 30 seconds or less

Excellent typesetting, organised, easy to read, and has a balance between content and white space

Highlights skills and accomplishments that match keywords found in the job description